Donate Blood In Ocean Co. During 'Unprecedented' Shortage

LACEY, NJ — A blood drive is set to be hosted by the Lacey Moose Lodge as the New Jersey/New York area faces an "unprecedented" blood shortage.

Blood supplies reached their lowest following the July 4 weekend storms, according to the New York Blood Center (NYBC).

"The impact of these storms extends far beyond damaged buildings," said Jeannie Mascolino, Vice President of Operations at NYBC. "Every canceled appointment and every donor who is unable to reach a donor center means fewer lifesaving blood donations are available for patients undergoing cancer treatment, trauma care, surgeries, organ transplants, and treatment for chronic illnesses. We need donors to help replenish the blood supply as quickly as possible."

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The blood drive will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. July 21 at the Charles A. Smith Community Center (15 E. Lacey Road, Forked River).

Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome.

You can sign up at nybc.org/drive. Use code 73480.